2025 Volkswagen ID.7

Overview

Following in the tire tracks of the electric ID.4 SUV and ID.Buzz minivan Volkswagen will soon roll out the ID.7 sedan, a mid-size electric family four-door similar in size to the Passat. Based on the ID.Aero concept, the ID.7 is designed to be as aerodynamic as possible but, as we can see from the photos, also quite stylish. We expect it to offer both rear- and all-wheel drive electric powertrains when it goes on sale as a 2025 model; its driving range should be around 300 miles, which is slightly longer than the ID.4’s. All models will come with a large 15.0-inch infotainment touchscreen and a head-up display that’s capable of projecting navigation instructions as well as key info such as vehicle speed.

What’s New for 2025?

The ID.7 will be an all-new model for Volkswagen and will go on sale most likely for the 2025 model year. So far, we’ve only seen images of the concept vehicle and a camouflaged production car, but Volkswagen says it will take the wraps off the ID.7 in the second quarter of 2023.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

Base

$55,000 (est)

Pro

$57,000 (est)

Pro S

$60,000 (est)

Pro S Plus

$63,000 (est)

We’ve estimated pricing here, but we expect to see MSRPs and trim levels that are similar to the ID.4’s, with the base model offering rear-wheel drive standard and the rest of the lineup equipped with dual motors and all-wheel drive.

EV Motor, Power, and Performance

At launch, the ID.7 will come with a single electric motor driving the rear wheels with 282 horsepower. A dual-motor all-wheel drive variant with more power is expected to join the lineup later on, but for now, this rear-wheel drive setup provides fairly perky acceleration. We sampled a prototype in Spain and were impressed by its taut suspension, well-controlled body motions, and playful handling. We did note, however, that the steering feel in some driving modes felt less natural than we would have liked, but it’s possible some of the tuning hasn’t been finalized yet. When the ID.7 launches, we’ll get a chance to drive a production version and we’ll update this story with new driving impressions when that happens.

Range, Charging, and Battery Life

A 77.0-kWh battery pack borrowed from the ID.4 will be standard and should be good for about 300 miles of driving per charge. That’s more than the ID.4 SUV, but the ID.7’s more aerodynamic shape is likely helpful in extending the range. A larger 85-kWh battery will join the lineup later which will offer about 30 more miles of range.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe

The EPA hasn’t released fuel economy estimates for the ID.7 yet and neither has Volkswagen, but we’re expecting to see higher numbers than the ID.4, which is rated for up to 107 MPGe city. For more information about the ID.7’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Because the ID.7 replaces the mid-size Passat family sedan in the lineup, Volkswagen has given it a spacious interior. Cargo space is generous too, and rather than a traditional trunk, the ID.7 features a liftback design similar to that of the gasoline-powered Arteon sedan. The interior wears a smart design and the build quality seemed top-notch even in the prototype we drove. Volkswagen has engineered a complicated-but-novel air vent design that uses electric motors to adjust the airflow to better distributes warm or cool air throughout the cabin. A large glass roof is available and can switch from opaque to transparent depending on your preference. When we receive more information about the ID.7’s interior and features, we’ll update this story with those details.

The Car and Driver Difference

Infotainment and Connectivity

All ID.7 models come standard with a large 15.0-inch infotainment display with Volkswagen’s latest infotainment interface. A head-up display projects key info on the windshield and a small digital gauge display is also included.

How to Buy and Maintain a Car

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

We expect the ID.7 to come standard with a host of driver-assistance features, including staples such as automated emergency braking as well as higher-tech offerings such as automatic high-beam headlamps and adaptive cruise control. For more information about the ID.7’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features are likely to include:

Standard automated emergency braking Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist Standard adaptive cruise control

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Volkswagen currently offers an above-average limited warranty and below-average powertrain coverage compared with rival non-luxury brands, but it offers two years or 20,000 miles of complimentary scheduled maintenance. Like the ID.4’s, the ID.7’s electric components will be covered for eight years or 100,000 miles.

Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles Battery components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles Complimentary maintenance is covered for two years or 20,000 miles